Provenance

Provenance research methodology and case studies — establishing ownership chains, identifying gaps, and documenting the records that support attribution and authenticity claims.

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Provenance

Provenance Gaps in Old Master Paintings: Frameworks for Evaluating Incomplete Records

Most Old Master provenance records contain gaps. A framework for evaluating which gaps materially affect attribution and market acceptability, and which are…

Iris Fontaine May 2, 2026 5 min read